Serving 284 students in grades 6-8, Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Iii ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Iii ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Iii's student population of 284 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Iii ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Iii is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3060 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
69%
29%
Black
26%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Iii's ranking?
Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Iii is ranked #3060 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Iii?
284 students attend Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Iii.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Iii students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Iii?
Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Iii has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Iii offer ?
Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Iii offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Iii part of?
Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Iii is part of New York City Geographic District #12 School District.
In what neighborhood is Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Iii located?
Knowledge And Power Preparatory Academy Iii is located in the West Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 61 other public schools located in West Bronx.
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